Windshield Parts How-To's

DIY with Boat Windshield Parts

Boat windshields are thermal-coated, and are made of a very thick glass that is set up on every boat with the purpose of protecting passengers and preventing them from being constantly buffeted by the wind, water ...read more and also the sun's UV ray. Boat windshield parts like several other parts of the boats, are not permanent.

Chances are they may break after experiencing some powerful impacts from tidal waves, icebergs and solid rocks. When this happens, the security of the people inside of it is no longer guaranteed. Knowledge of the various boat windshield parts is very necessary for every boater.

In spite of the daunting task of having to replace your windshield yourself, you can save money when you buy them, and you do the installation yourself. Here are a few things that you will need to consider when shopping for boat windshield parts.

Look out for windshields that come with heavy-duty pellets in the tension areas. Avoid particularly those that make use of nickel sulphide pellets because they can get the windshield molten glass cracked. Also, opt-in for windshield with a thick enough compression layer surfaces in order to prevent small cracks from worsening.

How to Replace Windshields on My Boat

Boat windshields come in a variety of styles and styles to choose from depending which you prefer. Some consist of just a single windshield while there are others that consist of two side windshields. Things you will need are a flat-head screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver and small containers. Replacing your damaged windshield by simply following the instruction lay down below:

#1 - With the help of a small screwdriver, remove the plastic screw caps by prying them out and keep them somewhere safe because you will need them later. Beneath these caps are the screws holding the windshield in place on your boat

#2 - Also, with the help of a Philips screwdriver remove the screws and place them too in some other container. You will also need them when replacing the new windshield.

#3 - Take off the old windshield and place the new one exactly where the old one was located. Make sure to get the screw holes of your windshield lined up with those of your boat.

#4 - A grommet should now be placed on each screw. These grommets come with your new windshield. Place the screw at the hole and using the screwdriver again turn them in. Make sure that the screws go straight as crooked screws could get your windshield ruined.

#5 - It’s now time to replace the plastic screw cap over each screw.

Repairing My Boat Window

Windows are paramount details of the boat. They can increase the appeal of your boat, allow air flow and available light in the cabin. When these windows get damaged, they need to be repaired as they can be very dangerous leaving them unrepaired.

Regular maintenance goes a long way to making sure that your windshield parts and windows are always looking great and so they last longer even under the worst possible conditions. Take the time to clean them. read less